The John Kenel Show

If you're waiting for house prices to crash or interest rates to fall further, you might have already missed the boat. While everyone was waiting for perfect conditions, something big quietly happened in New Zealand that most people didn't even notice.   I've been through three decades of property cycles, and it's always the same story. The best opportunities show up when things still feel uncomfo...

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Final Property Development Club podcast for 2025! Andrew Crosby joins me to wrap up the year and look ahead to what's coming.   We dive deep into the government's new development levies system - how it'll replace development contributions and what it means for developers. Plus, economist Cameron Bagrie's bombshell claim that we're actually overbuilding in New Zealand right now (34,000 consents vs...

I've been investing in property since 1997 and developing since the early 2000s. I've seen every boom and bust. Here's my take on where house prices are heading in 2026.   I break down the three key drivers: interest rates, immigration, and confidence, plus what could derail things.   Learn the 17-step development process in 42 short videos with The Property Development Club: https://thepropertyde...

People joke Gen Z will own nothing and be happy. They won’t be happy. If we keep tilting rules toward big corporate landlords, ownership concentrates and everyone else rents.   I’ve built more than 1,000 homes in NZ. Most were made possible by private investors backing real projects. That’s how we actually add supply.   In this video: why private landlords matter, what build-to-rent does and doesn...

Queenstown’s on a different planet: $30m sales, talk of $100m builds, and a wave of $5m+ buyers.   Meanwhile in Auckland you can still find new townhouses around $599k. First-home buyers are 27% of the market. The NZD sits near 0.56 USD, 0.86 AUD, 0.45 CHF. Consents are up, concrete pours are still down. And Auckland’s MDRS flip has blindsided projects.   We cover Queenstown’s ultra-lux market, FH...

If Labour’s CGT lands, rental supply falls, rents rise, and redevelopment grinds to a halt, here’s what to do. John Kenel’s take on Labour’s proposed Capital Gains Tax. No fluff. Practical consequences for landlords, developers and investors. What I cover: • Why Treasury modelling points to roughly a 5% immediate rent rise. • How targeting property only will shrink rental supply and clog redevelop...

Builders, investors, and council-watchers: Hon. Tama Potaka, associate Minister for Housing joins John Kenel to tackle housing bottlenecks, consents, infrastructure funding, council (in)efficiency, emergency housing, and the granny-flats policy. They also unpack GST sharing ideas, water entities, and why certainty matters for development. Education only, not financial advice.

Is New Zealand really a safe haven for anxious millionaires—or just political window dressing? In this wide-ranging chat, John Kenel (21 years, 1,000+ homes built) and Darcy dig into: • NZ’s “Active Investor Plus” $5m visa, why demand may be limited, and a fairness take on foreign-buyer levies • Cost-of-living angle: using a levy to fund GST-off-food • Immigration settings vs “tax the rich” politi...

In this mini podcast episode — just 5 minutes — I chat through what’s really going on in the market right now and why I reckon this could be the perfect time for property developers to get moving. We’ll look at what’s shifting, what it means, and how smart developers can make the most of it. I’ll share a few strategies, a couple of things to watch out for, and hopefully give you a bit of clarity i...

If you own a modest home, you're now in the firing line. This video exposes why the lefts “Tax the Rich” spin is setting Kiwis against each other while the ultra-wealthy keep buying up more assets.   For more Property, Economics and Political commentary Watch more of my videos on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@JohnKenel   💡 Want to get ahead financially? Check out my free ‘Build It Up’ series...

If you're feeling stuck, uncertain, or just plain frustrated with where the property market’s heading — this episode will shake you awake. In this action-packed episode of The Property Development Club Podcast, John and Andrew dive deep into: Whether house prices are actually affordable or it’s all smoke and mirrors Why youth unemployment is sitting at a shocking 18% in Auckland The rise of robots...

Global politics aren’t just headlines—they’re shaping the cost of living, the price of oil, and even what your house is worth. In this episode, I connect the dots between wars in Europe, US debt and politics, and why oil could hit $150 a barrel. You’ll learn how these global forces flow through to New Zealand—driving building costs, inflation, rents, and ultimately the value of your property. I’ll...

NZ Property 2025: Rising Costs, Stalled Growth… But the Smart Move is Starting Now while headlines focus on falling prices and oversupply, because the real shift is already underway. In this video, John Kenel and Andrew Crosby expose the truth about NZ property development in 2025 — rising infrastructure costs, council dysfunction, rental pressure, and why this could be the most important buying w...

On this episode of The Building Pulse Podcast, host Tim Haycock  sits down with seasoned developer John Kenel to explore one of the biggest questions in the housing market today: Is innovation still possible—or even necessary—to keep developments moving in New Zealand? With over 1,000 homes built and 20+ years navigating the trenches of property development, John shares what’s changed, what’s brok...

This week I cover everything from Trump’s tariff chaos to the Reserve Bank’s drip-feed rate cuts—and why both are killing confidence. I break down what’s really happening in the NZ housing market, with the latest stats from REINZ, and share my take on the government's granny flat policy. Sounds good on paper… but is it another regulation trap? Plus, I give a behind-the-scenes update on my Moore St...

In this video, John Kenel breaks down the current state of the New Zealand property market and economy. With inflation still running hot and rents rising, he explains why staying invested in appreciating assets like real estate is more important than ever. Learn what’s changed since 2021, how affordability has quietly improved, and why “getting rich slowly” still works—if you know what to do.

In this episode of The Property Development Club Podcast, hosts John Kenel and Andrew Crosby sit down with Johnny Gordon of Iconic Construction to explore the groundbreaking world of 3D printing in construction. Together, they dive into how this innovative approach is transforming the housing market in New Zealand and beyond. From the efficiency and cost savings of 3D printed homes to the challeng...

In this compelling episode of the Property Development Club, hosts John Kenel and Andrew Crosby sit down with Shane Brealey, Managing Director of Simplicity Living, one of New Zealand's leading Build-to-Rent developers. With decades of experience and a clear vision for the future, Shane brings a wealth of knowledge on New Zealand’s property challenges, the Build-to-Rent (BTR) movement, and the imp...

Want to avoid the most common mistakes developers make and get ahead in the NZ property game? n this episode of Talking Property Development, John, Andrew, and Dave dive into the New Zealand property market. We focus on the critical role of surveying with insights from Dave McCracken, an experienced surveyor whose expertise can make or break a development. Dave explains why accurate surveying is c...

www.thepropertydevelopmentclub.com In this episode, John Kenel and Andrew Crosby host a discussion with Blair Chappell from Williams Corporation.   They focus on the intricacies of property development, particularly in the context of townhouses. They explore the journey of Williams Corporation, the challenges of scaling a business in the construction industry, and the impact of market dynamics and...

In this episode, John Kenel takes a deep dive into the current challenges of the New Zealand property market, explaining why—despite economic downturns and high interest rates—now could be the perfect time to invest. Drawing on years of experience in property development, John shares his best strategies to help investors navigate this difficult landscape and turn obstacles into opportunities for g...

In this episode of Talking Property Development with John Kenel, we sit down with Doug Thomson from Squirrel and Andrew Crosby to dive into the world of property finance. We cover everything from borrowing money for your next development to maximizing returns on your investments. Doug shares his expertise on how developers can secure funding, the importance of pre-sales, and crafting the best fina...

In this chat, John and Andrew dive into a variety of topics surrounding property development and current market dynamics. They start by exploring the renewed optimism within the property market and the noticeable return of developers. The conversation then shifts to the tough lending criteria facing developers and the escalating costs of construction. They also tackle the various challenges and ri...

John and Andrew discuss the recent interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank and its impact on the property market. They delve into topics such as real estate psychology, housing affordability, and the latest development news. The episode wraps up with insights on the importance of mindset in property development. In the latter part of the conversation, they explore crucial topics for developers: fund...